The Cincinnati Bengals’ defense isn’t the only unit that needs to improve in 2026. Offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher made it clear at the NFL Combine: Cincinnati must take care of the football and become a more explosive offense, especially on early downs.

James Rapien breaks down Pitcher’s comments on the lack of explosive plays on first and second downs, whether the Bengals should go under center more and Joe Burrow's willingness to adapt. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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